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Whatcom Co Detention Center
High School · Northwest Educational Service District 189
311 GRAND AVE 6TH FL, Bellingham, WA 98225
Enrollment
5
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
5
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Whatcom Co Detention Center
Whatcom Co Detention Center is a public high school in Bellingham, WA, part of the Northwest Educational Service District 189. The school serves approximately 5 students in grades 7th – 12th. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $62,220, where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 5 students, Whatcom Co Detention Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 5 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 311 GRAND AVE 6TH FL, Bellingham, WA 98225
- Phone
- (360) 676-6707
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
311 GRAND AVE 6TH FL, Bellingham, WA 98225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whatcom Co Detention Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EXPLORATIONS ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away). Another option is Bellingham High School (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away). Additionally, Bellingham Re-Engagement Program (rated 6.0/10, 0.5 miles away). For more schools in Bellingham, see our Bellingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whatcom Middle School Bellingham | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Bellingham High School Bellingham | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bellingham | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| EXPLORATIONS ACADEMY Bellingham | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Bellingham Re-Engagement Program Bellingham | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| CEDAR TREE MONTESSORI Bellingham | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Options High School Bellingham | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| GARDENVIEW MONTESSORI Bellingham | 0.6 mi | — |
| INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL Bellingham | 0.9 mi | — |
| Columbia Elementary School Bellingham | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Parkview Elementary School Bellingham | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ST PAUL'S ACADEMY Bellingham | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Carl Cozier Elementary School Bellingham | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Sunnyland Elementary School Bellingham | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| THE FRANKLIN ACADEMY Bellingham | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Sehome High School Bellingham | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| BLUE HERON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bellingham | 2.1 mi | — |
| Visions (Seamar Youth Center) Bellingham | 1.6 mi | — |
| Happy Valley Elementary School Bellingham | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Blaine Re-Engagement Blaine | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,220
Median Home Value
$588,800
Median Rent
$1,430/mo
Population
50,355
College Educated
48.3%
Homeownership
41%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
32
Community Profile
The community surrounding Whatcom Co Detention Center has a median household income of $62,220. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $588,800, with a median rent of $1,430/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whatcom Co Detention Center
What grades does Whatcom Co Detention Center serve?
Whatcom Co Detention Center serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Whatcom Co Detention Center?
Whatcom Co Detention Center has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
Is Whatcom Co Detention Center a charter school?
No, Whatcom Co Detention Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whatcom Co Detention Center a Title I school?
No, Whatcom Co Detention Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,115/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Bellingham). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 5
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Whatcom County
- Phone
- (360) 676-6707
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Northwest Educational Service District 189- District Enrollment
- 28
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $1,082,857
Other Schools in This District
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